2002 Honda Accord vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 716 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Accord | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 22 L |